LAS VEGAS, Nevada (November 16, 2015) - Rockwell Collins' ARINCDirectSM customers flying non-ADS-B equipped aircraft can, for the first time, receive real-time position reports around the world through an enhanced flight tracking service for business aircraft called Mode S Multilateration (MLAT).

The ARINCDirect flight tracking is made possible through collaboration with FlightAware. FlightAware's new MLAT technology leverages its extensive ground station network of receivers to provide real-time flight positions for business aviation aircraft that are not ADS-B equipped, even where RADAR data is not available.

'More than 80% of business aviation aircraft are not ADS-B equipped-with many of them flying in Europe and abroad-so this service provides tremendous benefits to our customers traveling internationally,' said David Poltorak, vice president, Business Aviation for Rockwell Collins. 'Now customers can track the exact location of their aircraft globally in real-time, enhancing safety and operations.'

ARINCDirect is also now reselling FlightAware TV, a map-based fleet or airport flight tracking display that can run on any HDTV, providing customers with a seamless, integrated solution that can be displayed in their hangar, dispatch center, or corporate office.

'Flight tracking is a critically important issue for both the business and commercial aviation operators,' said Daniel Baker, CEO of FlightAware. 'With the integration of FlightAware's aircraft tracking into its flight planning services, ARINCDirect customers now have access to more features and improved aircraft location information than ever before.'

The new service is now available to ARINCDirect customers in Europe. It is in beta testing in the rest of the world, and is expected to be available in December 2015.

About FlightAware

FlightAware is the largest flight tracking and flight data company in the world. FlightAware provides operational flight tracking services and data feeds by fusing data from the air traffic control (ATC) system in over 50 countries, FlightAware's worldwide ground station network of over 4,000 receivers in over 100 countries, and VHF/satcom ACARS data link networks. FlightAware provides services to over 10,000 business aviation aircraft around the world. Founded in 2005, FlightAware is privately held and has offices in Houston and New York.

About Rockwell Collins

Rockwell Collins is a pioneer in the development and deployment of innovative communication and aviation electronic solutions for both commercial and government applications. Our expertise in flight deck avionics, cabin electronics, mission communications, simulation and training, and information management is delivered by a global workforce, and a service and support network that crosses more than 150 countries. To find out more, please visit www.rockwellcollins.com.

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